Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope - (214205)

Island Health; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in British Columbia is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on patient care, safety, and continuous improvement in quality. Candidates must hold registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and possess relevant experience in perinatal or mental health settings.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Completion of perinatal education program or one year of recent acute perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and executes nursing procedures.
• Operates within the competency guidelines and full scope of practice.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of medication administration

Ability to operate related equipment

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Completion of perinatal education program

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The role involves continuous improvement of quality and safety in all aspects of this position.

Under the supervision of the Manager or designate and as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Scope, performs assessments, plans and provides personal care, and executes nursing procedures. The nurse operates within the competency guidelines and full scope of practice outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, adhering to agency policies, standards, and unit-specific protocols.

Qualifications: Education, Training, And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing LPN registrant.
• Perinatal positions require either (a) completion of a perinatal education program plus breastfeeding course, or (b) one year of recent (within the last 2 years) acute perinatal experience. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within the past 2 years is also required.
• MHSU positions require additional education as specified by BCCNM for practice involving Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.
• Hip and Knee Clinic positions require two years of recent, related surgical and preadmission clinic experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with residents, families, co-workers, multidisciplinary team members, and the public.
• Ability to deal effectively with others.
• Organizational skills to plan and implement care.
• Knowledge and competencies to work at full scope of practice, including medication administration, as required by BCCNM.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical capability to perform duties of the position.

For more details, please visit: https://jd.viha.ca/JD477.pdf